Jimmie Sakamoto a professional boxer and journalist publishing the Japanese American Courier from 1928-1942, the first Japanese community newspaper in North America to be published in English. Jimmie Sakamoto boxed professional for several years while living in Princeton, NJ culminating in a 5 win 7 loss professional record before injuries to his eyes forced him from the ring. Mr. Sakamoto helped create the JACL (Japanese American Citizens League) and served as National President from 1936-1938. Mr. Sakamoto passed away on December 3, 1955 after being struck by a car while walking across Fairview Ave. in Seattle.